How Do Nurses Manage Patients with Substance Use Disorders?
Nurses managing patients with substance use disorders perform comprehensive assessments to identify the type and extent of substance use. They provide education on the effects of substance abuse, develop individualized care plans, and offer support for withdrawal and detoxification. Coordination with addiction specialists and community resources is essential. Nurses also play a role in relapse prevention, teaching coping mechanisms and monitoring for signs of recurrence.
